Expound and Stifle

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Expound verb - To make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion).

Usage example: a rambling interview in which the celebrated author expounds his views on an array of topics

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Stifle is an antonym for expound.

Nearby Words: expounding, expounder

Stifle verb - To be or cause to be killed by lack of breathable air.

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Expound is an antonym for stifle.

Nearby Words: stifled, stifling

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